Alice

Name:

Alice

Pronounced: AL-iss

Variations: Alicia, Alisha, Alisa, Alissa, Alyssa, Alize

Origin:

Germanic

Meaning:

Alice is a Germanic name that means "noble" or "of noble birth." It was popularized by Lewis Carroll's novel "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," which was published in 1865. The name Alice has been used by several notable figures throughout history, including members of royal families and famous authors.

Popularity:

Alice is a popular name in many countries around the world, particularly in European countries. It ranks in the top 100 names for girls in England and Wales, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands, and in the top 300 names for girls in the United States and Australia.

Did you know?

Alice Paul was an American suffragist who played a key role in securing the right to vote for women in the United States. She was born in Mount Laurel Township, New Jersey, in 1885.

Famous namesakes:

Alice Walker is an American author and activist who is best known for her novel "The Color Purple," which won the Pulitzer Prize in 1983. She was born in Putnam County, Georgia, in 1944.

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